Publications by authors named "Wieneke VAN Oorschot"
A DEDICATED AMPUTEE SPORTS PROGRAMME IMPROVES PHYSICAL FUNCTIONING AND SPORTS PARTICIPATION.
J Rehabil Med Clin Commun
November 2023
Article Synopsis
- The Amputee Parateam programme was developed to increase physical activity in individuals with lower-limb amputations, addressing barriers to sports participation.
- Thirteen participants (median age 51) were assessed over 12 months, showing significant improvements in walking and functional abilities after 6 weeks, with high adherence to sports.
- Despite these enhancements in physical capacity, there were no notable changes in daily activity levels or health-related quality of life.
Background: Spasticity, i.e. stretch hyperreflexia, increases joint resistance similar to symptoms like hypertonia and contractures.
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- Research suggests that minor increases in shoe heel height (3, 5, and 8 mm) negatively impact gait symmetry and walking comfort in individuals with transtibial amputation (TTA) compared to healthy individuals.
- The study involved 14 individuals with TTA and 15 healthy controls, examining various heel heights to assess differences in pressure and gait parameters.
- Findings indicate that healthcare professionals should caution prosthetic users about heel height variations and consider adjustments in prosthetic alignment when selecting new footwear.